Virginia Tech takes third set but falls to California 3–1

Virginia Tech extended the match with a third-set victory but lost to California 3–1 in women's volleyball Saturday, October 3, at Haas Pavilion. Cal won 25–18, 25–18, 18–25, 25–9.

Reese Hazelton led the Hokies with 10 kills and added nine digs. Destiny Walker finished with nine kills and 12 digs, while Adeline Hundl contributed nine kills and four blocks.

Camilla Brandalise recorded 32 assists and nine digs, and Ivy Cooper led Tech with 20 digs. The Hokies totaled 36 kills, 79 digs and five team blocks.

After Tech won the third set, California built a 10–4 lead in the fourth and closed out the match. The loss left Virginia Tech 4–9 overall and 1–3 in ACC play.

Sources: Official report or box score.

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